Caring for Painted Hardwood Ash Doors.

Cleaning and General Care.

• Dusting: Use a dry, soft cloth, like microfiber, to wipe down the doors regularly to remove dust and dirt.
• General cleaning: Use a soft cloth or sponge dampened with a solution of warm water and a few drops of mild dish soap.
• Wipe and dry: Gently wipe the surfaces and immediately dry them with a clean, soft cloth to prevent water from seeping into joints or damaging the paint.
• Clean spills immediately: Wipe up cooking splatters and spills as soon as they happen to prevent them from setting into the finish.

Tips for deeper cleaning and protection

• Grease removal: For tougher grease, use a solution of warm water and a little dish soap, gently cleaning in circular motions. Afterward, wipe with a cloth dipped in clean water to remove soap residue, then dry thoroughly.
• Avoid harsh products: Do not use abrasive cleaners, bleach, solvents, acetone, or multi-purpose cleaners, as they can damage the paint and finish.
• Protect from moisture: Use your extractor fan and open windows when cooking to reduce steam and moisture, which can soften and damage paint over time.
• Handle with care: Avoid slamming doors and be mindful not to drag heavy items across the cabinets, which can cause chips and scratches.

Maintenance and repair.

• Address damage promptly: If you notice any lifting, bubbles, or nicks, repair them immediately to prevent moisture or heat from causing further damage.
• Maintain Vulnerable points: All Panels, Posts or any furniture touching the floor should be considered a vulnerable point, and extra care should be taken when using a floor mop. If there is a spillage, then it should be dealt with immediately to avoid water ingress. These vulnerable points should be sealed for extra protection. Silicone and Sealants can perish over time, and will need to be re-applied as part of the on going kitchen maintenance.
• Avoid excessive heat: Do not open dishwasher doors until the cycle has finished fully, and the cavity has dried and cooled down. Do not leave oven door open, for long periods of time during cooking. Do not use high heat generating appliances like kettles, toasters air fryers etc. under kitchen furniture.  Not following the above guidance can cause your kitchen products to crack, warp, swell or peel.
• Ventilation: To avoid any adverse effect to your kitchen products, a well ventilated room is recommended.  Always use your cooker extractor whilst cooking, and open windows or doors to remove surplus moisture when needed.
• Limit direct sun: Painted Timber finishes can change colour when exposed to sun light, and humidity – the intensity of exposure will affect the rate of change. This is an inevitable feature of Painted Timber products. Because of this, any replacement doors required at any point in the future, may not be an exact match.  Although they can age/blend in better over time.